After completing the steps in this guide, you will have a fully functional Sensu
Core installation in a standalone configuration.

Installation Requirements

What will you need to complete this guide?

A virtual machine, or physical computer running 64-bit
CentOS 7 with a minimum of 2GB of memory (4GB recommended)

Familiarity with a text editor and the Linux command-line interface

300 seconds (the amount of time it should take to complete this installation)

Ready? Let’s get started!

Install Sensu in five minutes or less

The following installation steps will help you get Sensu Core installed in a
standalone on a system running CentOS 7, only. For installation on
other platforms, or alternative installation configurations, please consult
the installation guide.

About Sensu

The Sensu monitoring event pipeline empowers businesses to automate their monitoring workflows and gain deep visibility into their multi-cloud infrastructure, from Kubernetes to bare metal. Companies like Sony, Box.com, and Activision rely on Sensu to help deliver value faster, at scale.